About the role#
As a Pharmacy Intern, you will work under the supervision of a pharmacist to support daily operations and patient care. This role focuses on learning pharmacy systems, processing prescriptions, and assisting with clinical services. You will gain hands-on experience in a retail setting while adhering to state and federal regulations.
What you'll do#
- Assist the pharmacist and pharmacy team with daily tasks and patient services.
- Use pharmacy systems to manage patient information and process prescriptions.
- Help with prescription entry, third-party processing, filling, and dispensing.
- Greet customers, answer questions, and resolve issues to ensure a positive experience.
- Support inventory management, including ordering, unpacking, and storing pharmaceuticals.
- Maintain the pharmacy department by keeping it clean, organized, and properly stocked.
- Complete required training to stay current on healthcare and pharmacy developments.
- Handle sales transactions at the cash register.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a school of Pharmacy program.
- Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
- A flexible schedule that includes availability for evening and weekend hours.
Location & details#
- Location: Houston, Texas.
- Work modality: On-site.
- This is a full-time, paid position with a rolling term.
About Walgreens
Walgreens operates a network of approximately 8,500 retail pharmacies across the United States and Puerto Rico. Founded in 1901, the company maintains its headquarters in Deerfield, Illinois. It employs over 100,000 people and provides pharmacy, health, and beauty services to nearly 9 million customers daily. The business integrates physical stores with digital platforms to deliver healthcare services.
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